Transcript/Feedback Form

After listening to my lesson recording, writing the transcript for it, and filling out a feedback form, I have a better idea as to what I need to do to improve myself as a physical educator. I feel that I drastically improved from the first time I taught in the class(namely because I was a little more prepared to teach the material at hand). I did a better job getting everybody moving quickly, and being enthusiastic about the lesson. I also did a better job checking for understanding, pinpointing, and demonstrating. There are still a few more things I need to work on such as creating challenges for the students, modify tasks for those who are advanced or behind, and giving more feedback. Feedback is probably my biggest issue. I didn't give very much feedback during my lesson, and I definitely had plenty of time and opportunities to do so. When I did give it, it wasn't really as congruent as I would have liked it to, and it was often very general. From now on, I really need to pay attention to giving feedback during the lesson; this needs to be my main focus from here on out in my teaching endeavors. The other areas are also important, but feedback seems to be the area I was lacking in the most.

Mini-Conference Reflection

Attending the Mini-Conference here at SUNY Cortland was a great decision, and I really enjoyed the time I spent at the different sessions. The keynote speaker was extremely inspirational, and I really enjoyed and took in everything he had to say. If every Physical Education teacher was just half as enthusiastic and dedicated as he was, there would be no questions/problems with people questioning the profession. One other session which I attended also sticks out in my mind; the Polar session. I do not know if I would use this type of technology when I go out to teach, but technology is definitely something that I want to integrate. Being technology savvy is something that needs to come along with teaching because that is the path the entire world is going in. I would love to use some of the technology and programs that were presented during the session, I just feel like it may be a little expensive for the majority of districts to afford. I could be wrong, and if I was, I would probably purchase this technology in a second. Overall, I really enjoyed myself at the Mini-Conference. The conference really allowed me to see a few of the things which it takes to be a successful physical educator.